Idle No More protests today

Huntsville Forester

PARRY SOUND - Action is planned across the region today.
In support of Attawapiskat Chief Spence and the Idle No More movement, there are two separate protests planned in the area.
Starting at 11:30 a.m. at the Gzaagin Art Gallery and continuing towards the Parry Sound Friendship Centre, a walk is planned. Attendees are encouraged to bring hand drums along for the event. Afterwards, tea and coffee will be served at the Friendship Centre.
The Magnetawan First Nation also has an action planned for today. They will be slowing traffic at the entrance to the First Nation between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m.
Today has been called a global day of action to show support for the movement.
The Idle No More movement’s stated goal is to honour and fulfill indigenous sovereignty and protect the land and water. It was started in late October in opposition to Bill C-45 which included a number of provisions organizers were offended by including changes to the Navigation Protection Act and the Indian Act.